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  • VO29661

Description

We are looking for an enthusiastic individual who is willing to drive our transportation to enable service users to access the wider community. Additionally, there are opportunities to help us deliver community meals to the vulnerable within the Garnock Valley. The driver would be responsible for collecting provisions for the meal.

Organisation aims and objectives

To provide a safe and secure environment which gives opportunities for individuals to learn new skills and explore relationships within a structured system of programmes.

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4 hours per Fortnight. Minimum Commitment: 3 MonthWeekdays

Frequency and commitment details

4 hours per Fortnight. Minimum Commitment: 3 MonthWeekdays

Restrictions

Due to insurance restrictions
Experience required: Experience in driving a minibus desirable, but not essential as training is provided. A friendly and caring personality is essential for this role. Owning a vehicle would be beneficial to support with deliveries. Mileage costs are paid.
Travel details: The George Stevens Centre is situated at the bottom end of Kilbirnie (Garden City) and is close to Glengarnock Station and bus routes
Minimum age: 25

Support

Expenses details: Available if required
Support: Named Contact For Volunteer,
Wheelchair Access/Disabled Access Toilet

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